me

Chinmay V. Gadiraju

Research Intern
Ragon Institute of MGH, MIT and Harvard

Bio

I am a dedicated computational biology researcher with a robust foundation in bioinformatics, algorithm development, and large-scale multiomic data integration. I possess deep expertise in machine learning, statistical modeling, electronics, and software engineering, complemented by proficiency in systems biology, network analysis, and high-dimensional data interpretation. My experience spans interdisciplinary collaborations in immunology, genomics, and biomedical engineering, where I have developed and applied cutting-edge tools to solve complex biological challenges.

I am skilled in advanced programming languages, cloud computing platforms, AR/VR technologies, and full-stack development, alongside innovative data visualization techniques that drive actionable insights. Passionate about unraveling intricate biological mechanisms, I leverage eletronics, computational simulations, pathway enrichment analyses, and high-performance computing to enhance understanding of cellular processes. Committed to advancing the frontiers of biomedical science, I continuously explore the intersection of computational and experimental research to address the most pressing challenges in health and disease.

I am a curious tinkerer with a passion for exploring how things work and finding ways to improve them. From coding algorithms and designing visualizations to hands-on problem-solving, I enjoy experimenting across disciplines. My broad interests keep me adaptable and open to new ideas, enabling me to approach challenges creatively and uncover practical solutions.

Research Experience

Brigham and Women's Hospital, Cambridge, MA, USA
Research Intern (Jul 2024 - Present)
Mentor: Dr. Vinay S. Mahajan (BWH Division of Engineering in Medicine)
Co-mentor: Dr. Shiv Pillai (Ragon Institute of MGH, MIT, and Harvard)
Project: Epigenomic Analysis of CD4+ CTL Differentiation in IgG4-related Disease
In this project, I developed advanced bioinformatics pipelines to conduct a multiomic study on human CD4+ cytotoxic T lymphocyte (CTL) differentiation in IgG4-related disease. By integrating whole genome bisulfite sequencing (WGBS), RNA-seq, single-cell RNA-seq, ATAC-seq, and enhancer RNA sequencing datasets, I identified key epigenomic and transcriptomic regulators driving CD4+ CTL differentiation. This research uncovered novel enhancer regions and CpG methylation signatures, with implications for understanding autoimmune diseases and improving cancer immunotherapy strategies.

Brigham and Women's Hospital, Cambridge, MA, USA
Research Intern (Jan 2024 - Present)
Mentor: Dr. Vinay S. Mahajan (BWH Division of Engineering in Medicine)
Co-mentor: Dr. Jishnu Das (University of Pittsburgh)
Project: Algorithm Development for Gene Regulatory Network Analysis
I developed a multilayer network analysis framework using the Multi-Dimensional HITS (MD-HITS) algorithm to analyze temporal gene regulatory networks (GRNs) in cell differentiation. This framework was applied to T follicular helper (Tfh) cell differentiation, integrating ATAC-seq chromatin accessibility and RNA-seq data to map transcriptional regulators. My approach identified crucial regulatory nodes and pathways in Tfh cell lineage specification, outperforming other GRN centrality ranking methods. This work, presented at ISMB Montreal 2024, provided both computational insights and biological significance.

IIT Kharagpur, Kharagpur, India
Research Intern (Aug 2021 - Mar 2023)
Mentor: Dr. Kaushal Kumar Bhagat (IVAR Lab)
I implemented machine learning models for real-time pose estimation and gesture tracking, developing AR/VR applications for medical education and interactive learning. Additionally, I led project teams, managed development cycles, and contributed to open-source educational software. This work culminated in a co-authored research publication with Dr. Christian Moro from Bond University, Australia.

Professional Experience

HDI Global SE, Tokyo, Japan
Software Intern (on-site, Tokyo branch) (Mar - Aug 2023)
Automation and Deployment Engineer (remote contractor) (Sept 2023 - Feb 2024)
During my time in Tokyo, I automated complex insurance policy generation processes, significantly improving efficiency and achieving a time savings of over 40 hours per policy. This was accomplished through the design and implementation of streamlined data extraction and validation systems. I also contributed to improving client interactions and operational workflows, leading to reduced processing errors and enhanced business efficiency. Additionally, I provided remote oversight, managing ongoing product operations for the home branch in Germany, ensuring smooth deployment and integration of processes.

Deployed Projects

Analysing Pivotal Genes using Multilayer Multidimensional Networks (MDHITS Framework)

dazzle.io
blackboard
Mediapipe demonstration on Maxwell's
Web AR demonstration on Arm anatomy